Read our interview with the newest member of the California Yoga Sport Team, Health Coach and Educator Diana Rodriguez. We like to call her D-Rod and we think she rocks. Here’s a few questions we asked her during this morning’s shoot:

What is a health coach and what do you do? If you’ve ever played a sport, you’ve had experience with a coach. I do the same but with food and lifestyle. I am there to support your growth and hopefully inspire and challenge you to live at your fullest.

So what would you say your coaching style is? I’d like to think that my style is very supportive yet firm. It is important to me that my clients reach their goals, so I hold them accountable and challenge them to find balance in all areas of their life.

What are your typical clients like? My clients are typically really active, fun and smart people who are ready to take their health to the next level. They are often overwhelmed by all the diets and fads out there and just want something that is simple and balanced, but most importantly very specific to them.

Any diet myths you would like to clear up?
Many athletic people think that because they exercise and their bodies look healthy, they can eat whatever they want, but that is the complete opposite! Active people need to be especially aware of the need to replenish with the best foods to help their body repair and perform at the highest level.

What is your favorite exercise/sport?? Yoga and Soccer!

What can we expect from your weekly blog?
D: Definitely expect lots of healthy, yummy recipes – I love, love to cook. As well as many ways to improve and maintain a healthy active lifestyle.

If your interested in working with Diana through one-on-one coaching or through our Skype channel, please send her an email directly to dcristinarodriguez@gmail.com.